Similac
Advance
Abbott's longtime routine formula with OptiGRO (DHA, lutein, vitamin E).
Among the cleanest formulas in this test.
Lab report
Detected heavy metals
Consumer Reports independent testing, March 2025 · powder concentration
Metals not listed were not reported at a level of note in this round of testing. How to read these numbers →
Daily intake
At your baby's volume
At this volume, feeding Advance costs about $3.53/day ($106/month).
Estimate assumes ~4.4 g of powder per prepared fluid ounce. For context and agency benchmarks, see Learn. Discuss exposure questions with your pediatrician.
History
Recall record
Abbott Sturgis plant recall
Abbott voluntarily recalled Similac, Alimentum, and EleCare powder made at its Sturgis, MI facility after reports of Cronobacter sakazakii infections in infants. The recall led to a months-long facility shutdown and a nationwide formula shortage.
FDA recall archiveWhere to buy
$24.99≈ 30.8 oz container · $0.81/oz
Approximate US retail — prices vary by store.
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